Tales From The X-Bar Horse Camp. The Blue-Roan "Outlaw" And Other Stories

WILL C BARNES

Publication: The Breeder's Gazette, 1920, Chicago

First edition. 8vo. Inked presentation inscription on the front fly leaf from the author and signed and dated by him. Boards with cloth spine, [12], 217pp. + 17 plates. "A scarce collection of true stories, first printed in various magazines, dealing with the rough life of the cowman and peace officers of northern Arizona"--Ramon Adams. "This work presents a gripping portrayal of life in the American West, especially through the lens of cowboy culture and the challenges of ranching. The title story introduces the blue-roan outlaw, a notable steed that becomes emblematic of both freedom and the brutal realities faced by cattle in the range. The opening of the book sets the stage with a vivid depiction of ranch life, beginning with a pair of cowboys as they track a blue-roan cow. It quickly immerses the reader in the details of cattle herding and the bond between the cowboys and the animals they manage." From the daring escapades of the blue-roan "outlaw" to the humorous and heartfelt moments of life on the range, each tale is a testament to the grit, determination, and spirit of the Old West. An excellent work, and quite scarce. Two small rubs to cloth on front cover, little dabs of glue to the front and rear pastedown sheets, else a very good copy.